Top business schools honored at RMAI FLAME Students Award 2025

The prestigious RMAI FLAME Students Award 2025 concluded its 15th  edition today at the Vignana Jyoti Institute of Management with a grand ceremony that recognized and  celebrated the exceptional achievements of students across various institutes and Microsoft AZ-500 Practice Test Dumps around the Globe

The RMAI FLAME Student Awards recognizes and celebrates the most impactful projects by management  students from across India, specifically focusing on the rural sector. This distinguished initiative brings  together exemplary work in the rural domain, identifying and honoring outstanding studies that  demonstrate innovation, research, and practical solutions aimed at addressing challenges in rural  communities. The awards provide due recognition to the students whose efforts contribute meaningfully  to the development and progress of rural India. 

The FLAME Students Award, renowned for its rigorous selection process, has over the years become a  symbol of excellence in student achievement. This year’s edition saw an overwhelming participation of  talented students who were evaluated based on their academic performance, creative contributions, and  leadership potential. The event provided a platform for showcasing the most promising student leaders  who are set to shape the future of their respective industries.

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The 15th edition of the RMAI FLAME Student Awards received an impressive response with over 100  entries from top business schools across the country, showcasing a diverse range of innovative and  impactful projects by management students. 

The awards were adjudicated by a distinguished panel of 12 esteemed jury members, ranging from  renowned academicians to influential corporate leaders, bringing a wealth of expertise and insight to the  evaluation process and ensuring a thorough and unbiased selection process. We would also like to extend  our heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed Jury Chair, Mr. S. Sivakumar, Group Head Agri and IT at ITC Ltd for  graciously coming on board and providing his invaluable guidance throughout the evaluation process. The  Jury and the Jury Chair shortlisted 16 entries in the Top 10 Selection.  

The main award sponsor is MART Global Management Solutions LLP. Started in 1993, MART has emerged  as a leading Knowledge based consulting firm on Emerging Markets. MART works with global businesses,  governments and donor agencies to help them take right directions in these ever-so-growing markets.  Their expertise lies in understanding the Emerging Markets and Base of the Pyramid (BoP) segments, their  eco system and dynamics. The other sponsors for the event were Seedworks International Ltd, TVS Credit  and Bharat Beat.  

The event began with a symbolic lamp lighting ceremony, followed by a warm and insightful welcome  address from President Mr. Puneet Vidyarthi, who set the stage for a memorable occasion.  

The Chief Guest for the event, Mr. Venkatram Vasantavada, also delivered an engaging address, sharing his  invaluable insights with the students and inspiring them to pursue excellence and innovation in their  academic and professional endeavors. 

Mr. Pradeep Kashyap, the founder member of RMAI and also MART Global Management Solution and  widely regarded as “Father of Rural Marketing” in India sent a virtual message to all the students which  was show cased at the event.  

Next, a video message from Mr. S. Sivakumar, Head Agri & IT at ITC Ltd and also the Jury Chair for this  event, was showcased, where he shared his thoughts and the evaluation process.  

Out of 16 entrants, 12 entries were presented at the award event. The below students were the final  winners with Bronze being a TIE. 

S/No. 

Name 

Institute 

Project 

Internship  

Company 

AWARD

Monish Gowda T P 

NAARM,  

Hyderabad

Market survey  of SPECIALTY  PLANT  

NUTRITION  

(SPN) products  (Drip Market)

DCM Shriram  Ltd 

GOLD



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Raghul S, Harish A  and Gowtham S 

IRMA, ANAND

VILLAGE  

FIELDWORK  

SEGMENT  

(VFS) - 

Exploratory  

Study of the  

Village

Ministry of  

Panchayati  

Raj (MOPR)

SILVER

Priyanka Chawla 

IRMA, ANAND

Identification  of new  

categories  

within  

Guardrails  

which can act  as value  

drivers

ElasticRun 

BRONZE

KASA REVANTH

Indian  

Institute of  

Foreign  

Trade, Delhi

Sunfeast Marie  Light:  

Opportunity in  Bihar

ITC Ltd 

BRONZE



"RMAI Future Pathway" Q&A session provided an invaluable opportunity for students to interact with  leading industry experts and gain firsthand insights into building a successful career in marketing. 

The session, featured a distinguished panel of top marketing professionals from renowned organizations,  who addressed a wide range of questions from students about career paths, industry trends, and the  evolving landscape of marketing. Students were eager to learn more about the practical skills needed, the  challenges faced in the industry, and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead. 

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